Night Shift Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Synergi Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing business in Essex is seeking a Multiskilled Engineer to ensure smooth operations of production equipment. Responsibilities include planned and reactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering, along with practical experience in a manufacturing environment. Benefits include private medical insurance, holiday, and a twice-yearly bonus scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday + public holidays

Twice-yearly bonus scheme

50% discount on meals

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Financial wellbeing platform with mental health support

Qualifications

• Qualified Engineer with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of industrial food manufacturing machines like PLC systems.
• Experience with three-phase systems and automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC programming

Knowledge of food manufacturing machinery

Proactive maintenance approach

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering

18th Edition certification

Job description

Multiskilled Engineer Night Shift

Location: Essex

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Nights)

Salary: 55K 10% Bonus

Employment Type: Full Time

Vacancy: 1

About the Role

We are a leading food manufacturing business dedicated to delivering fresh chef‑prepared meals. Our mission is simple: make healthy eating convenient, delicious and accessible. We champion locally sourced and organic ingredients and strive to inspire a global shift towards healthier living.

We value empowerment, transparency, open communication, high performance and agility. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Your Impact

As a Multiskilled Engineer at our Rainham facility, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our production equipment runs smoothly and safely. You’ll be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to keep our operations efficient and compliant.

What You’ll Do

• Carry out planned maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and train operators where needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation for equipment and compliance.
• Work closely with hygiene and production teams to uphold food safety standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Engineer with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering.
• 18th Edition certification and apprenticeship‑trained or commercial experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial food manufacturing machinery PLC systems and electrical fault finding.
• Experience with three-phase systems, AC/DC drives and automation equipment.
• Proactive approach to maintenance and safety compliance.

Specific Skills

• Electrical maintenance: AC/DC drives, motors, pumps and low‑voltage systems.
• PLC programming and fault diagnosis.
• Familiarity with ovens, heat sealers, check weighers and other industrial kitchen equipment.
• PAT testing and compliance with electrical safety standards.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days holiday + public holidays
• Twice‑yearly bonus scheme
• 50% discount on meals
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Financial wellbeing platform with mental health support

Ready to Join Us

If you’re passionate about engineering and want to make an impact in a fast‑growing purpose‑driven company, apply now and help us shape the future of healthy eating!